Team, Board of directors & Advisory Board

Vrienden op de Fiets Foundation is a nonprofit organization. Day-to-day operations are carried out by a small, dedicated team of professionals. Policy is determined by the Board of Directors. The Advisory Board ensures that the policies align with the foundation’s core principles and is appointed by the family of founder Nel de Blécourt.

Our Board of Directors & Advisory Board

Board of Directors

  • Anca Ansink (chair)
  • Marianne den Boef (secretary)
  • Wim Joosse (treasurer)
  • Coby Adema (Member)

Advisory Board (RvA)
The board consists of three members appointed by the family of founder Nel de Blécourt:

  • Bert van den Berg
  • Wim de Bruin
  • Thijs van Oudheusden
Bylaws Code of good governance

Stefanie

Director - Stefanie used to absolutely hate biking. She was always late for school, riding into the wind while raining. Now she regularly bikes 20 kilometers round trip to work. Happily on her e-bike, mind you. And vacations? She loves nothing more than multi-day biking and hiking trips. Stefanie truly feels like a Friend on her bike - or on the trail.

Ida

Help desk pro. You don’t have to wake Ida up for a few days of biking. Or do you? Since she got an electric bike, she’s actually starting to enjoy it (more). Ida really loves nature. A few days away in the camper - you couldn’t make her happier. What else does she enjoy? Definitely staying in touch with Guest Addresses and Friends over the phone or via email. And she’s really good at that.

Wilma

IT expert. Wilma is a unique blend of nature and modern technology. She manages the digital connections behind the scenes, making her the key link between Friends and Guest Addresses. At the same time, she loves cycling vacations - whether with a tent or at a Guest Address. What does she enjoy most? That you never know where you’ll end up. Anything else, Wilma? Yes - that rain is always less of a problem than you think if you just stay indoors.

Yvon

Help desk pro. Spending three months abroad with a tiny tent - that’s totally Yvon’s style. But she also loves getting out and about in the Netherlands. And of course, she stays at Guest Addresses when she’s out and about. She loves surprises. That’s why she’s a Guest Address herself; it’s always fun to see who walks through your door today. Yvon loves a cheerful conversation, always has the right answer, and stays down-to-earth. And relaxed.

Bart

Bart loves to talk about others, not himself. He interviews, writes, polishes the text, and makes sure communication in newsletters, on the website, and elsewhere runs smoothly. Speaking of walking - is Bart a hiker? Or a cyclist? Not compared to you guys, but he still feels right at home among all those sporty people.